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Enhancing Instructional Videos

Using Edpuzzle

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Getting Started

Overview & account setup

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Why use Edpuzzle?

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Use Edpuzzle to promote student self-pacing:

Increased video engagement through simple video enhancements�
Add checks for understanding & purposeful pauses

Multiple-choice questions
Voiceover notes
Pauses for note taking or reflection

Create accessible content designed for various learner needs�

See a Modern Classroom example!

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Setting up Edpuzzle

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Before you can start enhancing your videos, you’ll want to:

Create a teacher account. Sign up for free at edpuzzle.com (see video explanation)�
Add videos. There are three methods:�
Default: Upload videos you’ve already recorded.

For Chrome Users: Record directly in your browser using Edpuzzle’s Chrome extension. (see video explanation).

For supplemental content: Import existing videos from YouTube and other channels (see video explanation).

Once your videos are loaded, you’re ready to start enhancing!

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Core features

Effectively enhancing recorded content

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Creating a class in Edpuzzle

Create classes to easily assign videos (see video explanation)

CLASSIC classes:

✓ Students create accounts to access class content

✓ Teachers track student progress and access Gradebook analytics

✓ Great for consistency and data tracking

OPEN classes:

✓ Students view and complete assignments without an Ediuzzle accounts

✓ Teachers see progress by assignment, but not individual student data

✓ Great for station activities and easier for early learners

For more on LMS integration, see Slide 10!

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Adjust video length with Cut

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Select video to begin editing & enhancing:�

Use Cut to trim the video�
Keep video length between 6-9 minutes; shorter for younger learners

Adjust sliders to points in the video timeline

Use Cut, Undo, and Reset to fine tune video length

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Check for understanding with Questions

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In the Questions tab:

Multiple-choice questions give quick feedback
Notes clarify understanding and provide reminders
Open-ended questions invite reflection
Add purposeful pauses to promote note-taking strategies
Advanced: enable audio response to meet diverse learner needs

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Advanced Features

Integrating & applying Edpuzzle in the classroom

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Connect Edpuzzle to courses with LMS integration

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Integrate Edpuzzle and your LMS to:

Streamline navigation for the end user

✓ reflects Universal Design for Learning
✓ reduces cognitive load

Connect LMS and Edpuzzle classes
Review & record students’ submissions

Post and assign Edpuzzle directly into LMS courses

Assign content

Connect Edpuzzle to LMS, such as Canvas, Google Classroom, and Schoology

Integrate the LMS

Evaluate individual and class progress to quickly assess misconceptions and mastery

Review submissions

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Support self-paced learning

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Using Edpuzzle helps support:

Self-pacing, as students watch videos at their own paces.
Mastery-based grading, as students have the time to rewind /rewatch before demonstrating mastery.
Learning in school and at home, as videos are always available online.
These practices work for all levels of learners!